Take to the skies with Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Commercial Pilot program. The growing aviation industry means qualified pilots are in demand—there’s never been a better opportunity to build your career as a commercial pilot.

The Saskatchewan Polytechnic Commercial Pilot program is one of the most innovative, highly-respected programs in Canada, with excellent industry support and local carriers actively recruiting our students. When you graduate, you’ll have your Commercial Pilot Licence with multi-engine instrument rating or single-engine instrument rating.

The Commercial Pilot diploma program provides a strong foundation in the basic principles of aviation. You’ll alternate ground school training sessions at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatoon Campus, Koyl Ave. with actual flying experience at a Saskatchewan flight school, with advantages including low congestion and many hours of sunshine every year!

You’ll learn about:

aircraft engines, instruments and pilot electronics
aircraft systems and flight operations
aviation business, crew resource management and cultural awareness
Canadian aviation regulations
meteorology
instrument flying
navigation
theory of flight
State-of-the-Art Flight Simulator
Saskatchewan Polytechnic's new ALSIM flight simulator puts you in the pilot’s seat for take-off and landing at any airport in North America. Programmable real-life scenarios give you risk-free experience flying in all kinds of weather and dealing with emergencies and standard operating procedures. The simulator has multiple single- and multi-engine configurations.

Experience and Mentorship
Ground school classes are led by experienced instructors who know the aviation business. Your classes offer a unique opportunity to talk one-on-one with experienced pilots and other aviation professionals, getting an inside view on finding a job, building your career and developing your skills.

Commercial aviation is expanding. There are job opportunities for qualified commercial pilots with charter and scheduled airlines, large corporations, courier companies, commuter airlines, flight schools, crop sprayers, aerial photography and survey companies, airline and airport administration and more. Your first job will probably be in a ground position with a smaller operator, where you’ll be expected to demonstrate commitment and professionalism as you work your way into flying positions.

For more information about a career as a professional pilot, visit the Air Transport Association of Canada (ATAC) or Saskatchewan Aviation Council websites.